Technology Lawyer, Dublin

Role Title: Technology Lawyer – Commercial Contracts, AI & Cyber

Location/Office Policy:  Dublin/Hybrid

What is the Role:

Lead complex technology contracting and help shape the future of legal support for AIB’s digital transformation. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, mentoring others and driving operational excellence. The role is based in Dublin and is central to AIB’s digital and operational strategy

Key accountabilities;

• Lead drafting and negotiation of complex technology and commercial agreements (software, SaaS, cloud, outsourcing/MSAs), embedding regulatory and AI controls.
• Advise on AI governance and cyber resilience, partnering with Cyber/IT teams and business stakeholders.
• Support third-party risk and supplier management, ensuring robust contractual frameworks and playbooks.
• Develop and maintain clause baselines, playbooks, and measurable KPIs (cycle time, backlog).
• Mentor and supervise, coach peers, and set high standards for delivery and accountability.
• Represent Legal at senior fora.
• Champion continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What you Will Bring ;

• Expert, up-to-date knowledge of technology, commercial, AI, and cyber law, ensuring practical and compliant legal advice.
• Leadership and inspiration for teams, building strong partnerships and championing a collaborative, inclusive culture.
• Ownership of outcomes, upholding high standards, and communicating with clarity and integrity.
• Customer-centric approach, building effective relationships and delivering solutions that benefit clients and communities.
• Drive for continuous improvement by encouraging new ideas, creative thinking, and diverse perspectives.
• Qualified Solicitor/Lawyer (Ireland/UK) with 7+ years’ PQE in technology law/commercial contracts, including complex negotiations.
• Strong track record across SaaS/cloud/outsourcing, experience of AI governance and cyber; confident advising on DORA/EBA Outsourcing and GDPR/data issues.
• Evidenced leadership in mentoring, quality assurance and operational excellence (templates, playbooks, MI).

Why Work for AIB:

We are committed to offering our colleagues choice and flexibility in how we work and live and our hybrid working model enables our people to balance their time between working from home and their designated office, subject to their role, the needs of our customers and business requirements.

Some of our benefits include;

• Market leading Pension Scheme
• Healthcare Scheme
• Variable Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Family leave options
• Two volunteer days per year

Please click here for further information about AIB’s PACT – Our Commitment to You.

Key Capabilities

• Collaboration
• Ensures Accountability
• Promotes Innovation
• Eliminates Complexity
• Depth of Technical Knowledge
• Legal, Regulatory and Compliance

If you are not sure about your suitability based on any aspects of the role advertised, we encourage you to please contact the Recruiter for this role, Noelle, at careers@aib.ie  for a conversation.

 AIB is an equal opportunities employer, and we pride ourselves on being the first bank in Ireland to receive the Investors in Diversity Gold Standard accreditation from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. Should you have a reasonable accommodation request please email the Talent Acquisition team at careers@aib.ie

Disclaimer:

Unsolicited CV’s sent to AIB by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this position. AIB operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our recruitment partners.  

Application deadline : Friday 30 January, 2026